greasy; oily food
Meanings
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greasy; oily; containing too much fat or oil (making food unappetizing)
Describes food that is excessively oily or fatty, often causing a feeling of heaviness or nausea.
He doesn't like to eat greasy food.
This dish is too greasy; I can't eat it.
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Greasy food is not good for your health.
He hasn't had a good appetite lately and finds everything too greasy.
noun
greasy or oily food
Refers collectively to food items that are high in oil or fat, often used in medical or dietary contexts.
The doctor told him to avoid greasy food.
Patients should eat less oily food.
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I ate too much greasy food during Spring Festival and now want something light.
adjective
(Internet slang) sleazy; unctuous; describing a middle-aged man who is self-satisfied, out of shape, and lacking self-awareness
internetPopular internet slang originating from a 2017 article about 'middle-aged greasy men' (油腻的中年男人). Often implies being lecherous, boastful, or poorly groomed.
He is becoming more and more sleazy.
sleazy middle-aged man
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Stay away from sleazy men.